Tree peony 'Lavender'Paeonia suffruticosa

Indulge your senses with the luxurious blooms of this stunning tree peony! The buds of Tree Peony 'Lavender' open into layers of soft lavender petals, revealing a striking center of golden stamens. The double flowers, measuring up to 25cm in diameter, boast a delicate, subtle fragrance. Few shrubs can match the dramatic beauty of tree peonies. While they may be a bit of an investment, they are truly magnificent garden specimens that never fail to leave a lasting impression. Despite their glamorous appearance, tree peonies are easy to grow, thriving in a sheltered spot with full sun (or light shade) and fertile, well-drained soil. They can also be grown in large containers. Fully hardy, these plants are generally pest- and disease-resistant and don’t require regular pruning. They will bloom abundantly each late spring or early summer, producing stunning, lightly fragrant flowers for many years. The blooms emerge on a robust framework of upright, woody stems, adorned with deep green, divided leaves. Height: 1.2m (4ft). Spread: 90cm (3ft). Due to seasonal variations, we list by pot size rather than a fixed plant size. The plant's height and spread may vary based on the season, so the images provided are for reference only. Bury your nose in the silky petals of this sumptuous tree peony! Grow tree peonies in full sun or a lightly shaded position that is sheltered from cold winds. They prefer a well drained, humus-rich, fertile, neutral to alkaline soil. They will grow in most soils, except waterlogged and acidic soils, provided they are improved on planting. This is best achieved by adding plenty of well rotted manure or compost to the soil prior to planting, ensuring that it is mixed in thoroughly and deeply. Plant tree peonies so that the grafted union sits about 15cm (6") below the soil surface. Shallow planting may hinder establishment and delay flowering.